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Chinese Currency, Yuan, and Stock Markets Fall in Reaction to the Trade War

On August 6, the Chinese currency, Yuan, and mainland equities declined. While the yuan fell 0.17 percent to 6.8402 Yuan per dollar, the Shanghai Composite Index closed down 1.3 percent at its lowest since February 2016.For US companies heavily reliant on Chinese labor, Southeast Asia could be an alternative choice for relocating factories, temporary or permanent. – Ziqing Zhang

For more on the global impacts on businesses, see our detailed summary and assessment here.

Thailand Seeking Bids for High-speed rail Project as part of Belt & Road Initiative

Thailand would be seeking $5.5 billion-dollar bids for a high-speed rail project by end of 2018. The winning bidder would build the 157-mile route connecting central and northeastern Thailand with their neighbor to the east, Laos. American infrastructure and energy enterprises interested in investing in Thailand should consider cooperating with Thai companies like energy giant PTT Public Company Limited, urban railway operator BTS Group Holdings, and construction company CH. Karnchang Public Company Limited in-order-to avoid potential government red tape.

Article: China’s push for Cyber Sovereignty

Overview of China’s Newest Cyber Security Regulation and Implications Author: Kayla Blomquist Date: November 8, 2017 China’s Cyber Sovereignty On June 1, China’s newest cybersecurity and network security law came into effect allowing Chinese authorities to gain greater control over internet content. The law, first passed in November 2016 by the China’s National People’s Congress,…

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DC Event: ASEAN Challenges and Opportunities

Prepared by: Brandon Hughes and Audel Shokohzadeh Location: Washington, DC Event: Discussing ASEAN Security Challenges In preparation for an upcoming site visit to Thailand and Myanmar, FAO Global attended a high-profile event with influencers and high-ranking officials from Southeast Asia. The event highlighted opportunities and challenges facing the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), a…

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Cyber Security Tips for Your Next Business Trip

Author: Kayla Blomquist Traveling abroad inherently presents a string of challenges to organizations and their people regarding logistics, safety, and accommodations. However, most organizations, be it non-profits, private business, or government representatives often neglect good cyber security practices. Each country presents its own unique set of data protection challenges but there are a variety of ways…

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Our International Team

Lead Consultants Over a Decade of International Work in complex foreign operating environments in the public, non-profit, and private business sectors. Brandon Hughes – Washington, DC Founder of FAO Global About: Brandon Hughes, the Founder of FAO Global developed the company with a few primary goals in mind. Promote global engagement through business intelligence & diplomacy, provide…

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Strategic Communication & Branding

Strategic Communications & Branding Re-think your approach to BUSINESS DIPLOMACY Deploying your business model to a new market demands an understanding of the PEOPLE that occupy the space. Conditions in another country, city, or district can vary significantly and understanding local atmospherics and preference is crucial. This does not only apply to what your selling,…

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